You are welcome to be part of a community discussion forum on contemporary issues and how they impact our daily lives: locally, nationally and beyond. In collaboration with the Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd we began using topics from the Bill Moyers Journal PBS television program to initiate conversation within the community.   We are open to discuss any pertinent subjects, however difficult or controversial, and we welcome suggestions. To read more about Bill Moyers' journalism style vi …

This is a group dedicated to eradicating homelessness in New Jersey.  In partnership with The Elizabeth Coalition to House the Homeless and St. Joseph Social Service Center in Elizabeth, we will be participating in periodic charity events to sustain both organizations.  All that's asked of you is a kind heart and a willingness to volunteer on behalf of the less fortunate.  Reward yourself and join us today. The Elizabeth Coalition to House the Homeless was one of the first organizations to advoc …

Pre-published or published writers of any romance genre from any geographic area are invited to join *New Jersey Romance Writers. We are a long-standing chapter of Romance Writers of America. Come and learn all about what being a member of NJRW can mean to your writing career. We welcome women - and men - who are serious about improving their writing skills or marketability, and want to network with other writers and editors. Come and try us out! *Membership in the New Jersey Romance Writers Cha …

Everyone receives at least 50-100 "psychic" impressions everyday. Tuning in and being aware of these impressions takes practice and trust. The focus of this group is unfolding your own psychic ability (whether you are a beginner or advanced). An explanation is below on how this Meetup works. The overall objective of these meetings is making Metaphysics practical in daily life. It is having a clear inner sense of what is really going on and what is best to do in your work, with family and friends …

The Mind-Body Wellness Program is a free community service initiative by The Art of Living Foundation that aims at creating more awareness about a healthy and stress-free way of life. Over 40 Million people worldwide have benefited from this program. Come and learn two simple yet powerful breathing-techniques, experience a guided meditation, and learn about the ancient science of your mind – all of which will dissolve your stress and leave you with a smile! The workshop will explore the elegant …

The Watchung Riding & Driving Club is an organization of adult individuals who ride at the Watchung Stable is dedicated to highlighting programs offered at the facility, as well as raising money for the purchase of stable equipment and show jumps. Each year, we sponsor a variety of activities, including riding clinics, hunter paces, and horse shows contributing greatly to the programming and services at the facility. The club meets regularly four times a year, with special meetings called as nee …

ALPFA is a national organization of 18,000 members in 40 cities across the country, comprised of college student and professional members across Fortune 500 firms. As a professional network, our mission is to build Latino business leaders. We do so by partnering with over 100+ sponsor firms on leadership development programming for students, early, mid level and senior level professionals, from socials, to power breakfasts, to women's programming, the exponential networking opportunities are end …

The Zumba® program fuses hypnotic Latin and world rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that will blow you away.

Zumba is different – Zumba is easy - Zumba is designed for everyone, every shape and age. Anyone can take a Zumba class and have fun. This program is not limited to dancers or fitness fanatics. All exercisers from beginner to advanced will enjoy the benefits of a Zumba class. Everyone is welcome! The unique Zumba Latin inspired international music and dance steps create a dynamic, exciting and effective fitness system. Non-verbal cuing allows the class to feel the music and movements rather than …

NewJerseyR NewJerseyR will be a free informal event, held quarterly and intended to serve as a platform for all local (and regional) R users to present and exchange their experiences and ideas around the usage of R. A typical meeting will consist of 3-4 talks of about 20-25 min to give plenty of room for sharing your R experiences, discussions and exchange of ideas. What is R? R is a language and environment for statistical computing and graphics. It is a GNU project which is similar to the S l …

SWW Photo Workshops (established in RI in 2009) provides an educational and practical, low cost venue for aspiring photographers, young or old, to learn basic techniques of approach and application of ideas in a variety of locations and learning situations. It is perfect for photographers that have experience, and knowledge of their Digital SLRs, who want to broaden their base of knowledge with a variety of workshops that include An Introduction to Photography, Alternative Lighting, The Intimate …

This is a group devoted to supporting parents whose teenagers are struggling with depression and anxiety and related issues, such as substance abuse, eating disorders and self harm. We will provide support and information regarding treatment programs, the world of wilderness programs, ed consultants, residential treatment centers, and therapeutic boarding schools. Mostly, we will tell our stories in candid ways that never violate teens' or parents' privacy. All members need to agree to within gr …

The goal of JerseyCity.rb is to bring together aspiring rubyists of all skill levels in a non-hierarchical, chill environment. We can hack, chat, learn, teach, collaborate, and everything in between. All at our own pace. Come with ideas for apps, apps in progress, no ideas at all, or something you just want to show off. All are welcome.

The Brooklyn Road Runners are a running club that meets mainly in Prospect Park. If you run for fun or if you are more serious, training for races, track or a Marathon, why not join one of our weekly runs...

As a second generation, Staten Island breast cancer survivor with a daughter raised on Staten Island, breast cancer education and support is near and dear to my heart. I am a breast cancer survivor of 4 years. April 11, 2011 was my 4th year anniversity. My mom was a breast cancer survivor of over 40 years, unfortunately she died last summer.  I was in my early 20's and a college student when she was diagnosed. My daughter was only 15 and a high school student when I was diagnosed. I remembered a …

This is a group for small Businesses, Entreprenuers or aspiring entrepreneurs interested in improving lines of communication for contracting and procurement opportunities. We will host events to improve opportunities for our members, as well as, develop programs and events that will positively impact communities’ development. Our organization is committed to aiding in relevant strategies to help increase your business revenue.  Please join us and understand the value of joining our organization.

We are an intentional community of artists, healers, teachers, organizers, dreamers and spiritual adventurers. We are looking to enrich our experiences by sharing them. We know that through community we can create something bigger than any one person, and that collective experience can inspire us and fuel us to grow and change. We aim to create an environment that nurtures evolution and self-realization, and we see arts, healing, and spiritual practice as some of the most useful tools for culti …

The Pivotal Tracker User Groups are a forum for product managers, project managers, entrepreneurs, and developers to share techniques and discuss the real day-to-day issues surrounding software project management. We’ll talk about upcoming Tracker features and look at third-party integrations. We'll discuss story estimation techniques and talk about what makes a good story. We’ll share our experience with agile planning, discuss patterns and anti-patterns of story management and acceptance, and …

This community group is for those looking to set new goals, get healthy and off the couch to run their first 5K within two months. Coaching, training and accountability group meets 3 days/week for 6-8 weeks. We will also begin implementing different at home Beachbody® workouts, like INSANITY® for those who complete the 5K portion of the program. Please LIKE http://facebook.com/maria72m for updates daily on Union's FitClub & Couch to 5K NJ!

This is a group for anyone interested in anything D3.js related. All skill levels are welcome. This group was started so that members could meet and learn from each other as well to help foster the D3.js related community in NYC. Events will cover things like drinks, lectures, show-and-tell's, instructional meetups, etc.

Hello everyone.  My name is Nick Della Valle and I have been a Jersey City resident for over 8 years. This group is my first step in creating a community emphasizing health, fitness, and wellness with a fun social component.  I have a personal training certification from the NSCA and have taught group exercise and well as private personal training. At first I'd like to start by organizing a FREE bootcamp style workout at least once a week in Hamilton Park, one of the nicest places in Jersey City …

Conscious Coder is a meetup for coders (hackers || developers || engineers) making the world a better place. We provide a hub for exchanging ideas and inspiration while learning about new technologies. Whether it's collaborative consumption, crowd funding, conscious commerce, collective action, micro finance, clean tech, social good, digital currency, or a completely new concept that moves humanity in a positive direction, if you believe that the intelligent application of technology can create …

This group is for all entrepreneurs in Newark, NJ and the greater Newark area. Our mission is to foster entrepreneurship in Newark and to spread information about the many benefits that the Brick City has to offer startups.  Our first meetup will likely be scheduled for mid October.  We'll let you guys know as soon as date, location, and everything else has been figured out.  Until then, spread the word!

The mission of the Washington Park Association (WPA) is to work with the community to revitalize, maintain, and protect Washington Park in Hudson County, New Jersey and promote its use through the development of programs and activities that enhance the quality of life of park users and local residents.

Tech Under Thirty is a new meetup group for designers & tech-oriented people under the age of thirty. If you’re a game developer, a web designer, a print designer, an engineer, blogger, or anything in between, you should definitely join us. No experience required! Our focuses include: Encouraging people in design & tech industries to meet and cross-pollinate ideas. Building a word-of-mouth network to make finding jobs & recommending qualified people easier. Enabling people to learn new skills i …

COOLLaboration (an offering of COOL Labs) is a monthly cross-border community makerthon. It joins the maker/hacker, design, artistic, educational, charitable, entrepreneurial and social communities once a month and during highly attended event weeks (SxSW, Social Media Week, Maker Faire, Make Music NYC, Figment, etc.) COOLLaboration: -involves communities working together across borders to address common problems of concern -enables communities to explore the role of cultural exchange and dialog …

intenSati is hard core workout of not only the body, but also the mind, and most importantly, the soul. We do powerful body movements while chanting affirmations like "Yes I can and Yes I am!" which fuels and synergizes the body and mind. The goal of this class is to believe in yourself, to challenge your limits, and to let all of your energy out of your body and your vocal chords. You will leave this class feeling better about yourself, empowered, and hopefully, that feeling will carry over int …

From a humble beginning in 1924 at the YMCA in Santa Ana, California, Toastmasters International has grown to become a world leader in helping people become more competent and comfortable in front of an audience. The nonprofit organization now has more than 260,000 members in over 12,500 clubs in 113 countries, offering a proven – and enjoyable! – way to practice and hone communication and leadership skills. Most Toastmasters meetings are composed of approximately 20 people who meet weekly for …